with the wine's subtle sweetness nicely complemented by saline minerality
quince and ginger notes enlivened by a dried chamomile thread
Greg remains one of the few winemakers not afraid of true richness and ripeness
The palate is medium-bodied
2008 Pisoni "Estate" Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir with the wine's subtle sweetnessAn absolutely stunning fireworks display of aromatics emerges when the nose gets close to the glass of this dense ruby purple colored wine. Foresty notes, spring flowers, black raspberry, black currants, sweet cherry, and sassafras all jump from the glass. Extremely layered, velvety textured, and opulent, with a finish that goes on for 50 seconds, this full bodied wine has extraordinary concentration, purity, and 'gravitas.' It is a sensational wine